3D Printing

What are the basic characteristics of 3D Printing?

• 3D objects are made in layers, it is an additive process

• 3D objects are created using a subtractive process

• 3D objects print from the computer

• 3D objects are downloaded and printed from the internet

What is filament?

• The material used in 3D printing that comes on a spool. There are a variety of kinds.

• The file that is downloaded to print.

• The program used to slice the object.

• The part of the 3D printer that heats up during printing.

ABS Filament has which of the following characteristics?

• Thermoplastic, requires ventilation

• Made of natural materials, does not require ventilation

PLA Filament has which of the following characterstics?

• Thermoplastic, requires ventilation

• Made of natural materials, does not require ventilation

What kind of 3D Printer do we have?

• LulzBot Mini

• LulzBot Taz

• MakerBot

• XYZ Printer

Name this part of the 3D printer...

• Extruder

• Nozzle

• Print Bed

• Axis

Name this part of the 3D printer...

• Extruder

• Nozzle

• Print Bed

• Axis

Name this part of the 3D printer...

• Extruder

• Nozzle

• Print Bed

• Axis

What is an extruder?

• It is the part of the printer that melts the filament.

• It is the part of the printer that pushes the filament down.

• It is the part of the printer that holds the 3D object as it prints. It is heated to a lower temperature.

What is a nozzle?

• It is the part of the printer that melts the filament.

• It is the part of the printer that pushes the filament down.

• It is the part of the printer that holds the 3D object as it prints. It is heated to a lower temperature.